Staff accountant
DescriptionPlease reach out to Melissa (Painter) Ford via LinkedIn for immediate consideration. We are looking for a detail-oriented Sr. Staff Accountant to support daily accounting operations and help maintain accurate financial records for the organization in the Yuba City area. This role will handle a blend of receivables, payables, general ledger activity, and cash-related transactions while partnering with internal teams to ensure timely and accurate processing. The ideal candidate brings solid accounting experience, strong reconciliation skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.Responsibilities:- Manage incoming customer payments by recording receipts accurately, applying them to outstanding invoices, and reflecting approved adjustments on account balances.- Oversee vendor invoice processing from initial review through payment, including verification against received goods or services, coding validation, and entry into the accounting system.- Administer vendor and customer master records by setting up new accounts, maintaining supporting documentation, and helping evaluate credit or approval needs.- Coordinate payment activity by preparing checks, submitting electronic disbursements, and handling company credit account obligations with proper receipt tracking.- Complete month-end reconciliations for cash and general ledger accounts, investigate variances, and support the accuracy of closing activities.- Record journal entries and post financial transactions to the general ledger in alignment with accounting procedures and reporting timelines.- Partner with departments across the business to support accounting reviews, resolve discrepancies, and strengthen financial record accuracy.- Prepare required tax-related mailings and documentation while maintaining organized records for compliance purposes.- Monitor cash position, move funds between accounts as needed, and calculate monthly interest accruals based on financing or cash flow activity.Requirements - 3+ years of accounting experience in a staff accountant, senior accountant, or similar role.- Hands-on experience with month-end close processes, including journal entries and account analysis.- Strong knowledge of general ledger activity, account reconciliation, and bank reconciliations.- Background in both accounts payable and accounts receivable functions, with attention to accuracy and follow-through.- Ability to review financial details carefully, investigate discrepancies, and resolve issues in a timely manner.- Proficiency with accounting software and standard business applications used for transaction processing and reporting.- Strong organizational and communication skills with the ability to work effectively across multiple departments.Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "Apply Now," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) and Privacy Notice (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/privacy) .